Retail Security Officer

Carlisle Support Services; Lancashire; Hybrid; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension Scheme

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity leave

Health and Wellbeing Plans

Earned wage access

Full induction and ongoing training

Uniform provided

SIA top-up training

Employee Assistance Program

Refer a Friend Scheme

Job summary

Carlisle Support Services is hiring a Retail Security Officer to join our team at Tesco locations in Blackpool. The role focuses on safeguarding colleagues and customers, maintaining a welcoming environment, and enforcing security procedures with care and professionalism.

We provide full training, a competitive hourly rate, and opportunities for career development within a trusted national security provider. Applicants must be 18+, hold an SIA licence, and be willing to undergo thorough vetting.

Qualifications

• Age 18+ required due to legal requirements for this role.
• SIA Guarding or Door Supervision licence is required.
• Background check with BS7858 vetting process will be conducted.
• Dependable, punctual and flexible in approach.
• Smart, professional appearance with friendly attitude.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and wellbeing of colleagues, offering reassurance and empathy.
• Provide a professional, visible and approachable security presence.
• Handle incidents with care and confidence to maintain a peaceful environment.
• Conduct security patrols to deter risks and control access points.
• Engage with the public in a friendly and helpful manner.
• Respond to incidents prioritising safety and welfare.
• Offer guidance and information to customers as the first point of contact.
• Follow security procedures and collaborate with the team to maintain standards.

Skills

Age 18+

SIA Licence

Reliable & punctual

Excellent people skills

Job description

# Vacancies Retail Security Officer## Job Introduction**Retail Security officer- Carlisle Support Services working in Partnership with Tesco****The benefits**A competitive hourly rate of pay – paid monthlyAccess to Company Pension Scheme after qualifying periodEnhanced Maternity and Paternity PackagesHealth and Wellbeing PlansStream - financial flexibility and instant access to earned and authorised wagesFull induction, ongoing training, and career developmentQuality kit and uniform, everything you need to perform your role effectivelyFunded SIA top up trainingEmployee Assistance ProgramRefer a Friend Scheme**The role**Carlisle Support Services is seeking motivated, reliable, and caring individuals to join our supportive team. If you're passionate about working with prestigious clients and are eager to grow your career, we’ll provide full training and all the encouragement you need to thrive.**Location:Blackpool, FY4 4UJ****Pay: £14.15 per hour****Hours: Tuesday and Thursday 11:00-19:00, Saturday 15:00-00:00 (25 hours per week- 3 hours unpaid break per week- 22 hours paid)**As part of our team, your role will focus on:* Ensuring the safety and wellbeing of colleagues, offering reassurance and empathy* Providing a professional, visible, and approachable security presence* Handling incidents with care and confidence, ensuring a peaceful environment* Conducting security patrols to deter risks and control access points* Proactively engaging with the public in a friendly and helpful manner* Responding to incidents, always with safety as a priority* Offering guidance, information, and a welcoming first point of contact for customers* Following and managing security procedures with confidence* Collaborating with team members to build strong working relationships and foster a positive work environment**The ideal candidate*** Age: 18+ (due to legal requirements for this role)* SIA License: Guarding or Door Supervision licence required* Background Check: 5 years of verifiable work and address history (to comply with BS7858 vetting process)* Dependable, punctual, and flexible in approach* Smart, professional appearance with a friendly and approachable attitude* Passionate about doing a great job, always eager to learn* Security experience is welcomed, but your willingness to learn is most important* Able to engage positively with clients and the public, creating warm and welcoming interactions* Excellent people skills and the ability to build trust with those around youSuccessful candidates will be required to provide original documentation for detailed screening and vetting processes.This could include the following: passport / driving licence / utility bill dated in the last 3 months / HMRC letter / original bank statement / original payslip / birth certificate / a valid share code.**About us**Join Carlisle Support Services, a leading provider of security, cleaning, and event services across the UK. We work with some of the country’s most iconic brands, including Jaguar Land Rover, Tesco, and BBC StudioWorks. With over 5,000 dedicated team members, we’re proud to create safe and welcoming spaces in some of the UK’s most renowned locations.By joining us, you’ll embark on a rewarding career journey, where you’ll have access to recognition schemes and career progression opportunities that empower you to reach your full potential.**Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion**At Carlisle, we are fully committed to supporting Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in all areas of employment. We celebrate the uniqueness of every individual and ensure that everyone is treated with respect and fairness.#prioirtyApply+−Leaflet | OpenStreetMap contributors### Retail Security Officer* **Salary** £14.15 - £14.15* **Frequency** Hourly* **Job Reference** carlisless/TP/5163/2772* **Contract Type** Part Time* **Closing Date** 14 October, 2026* **Job Category** Security* **Business Unit** Tesco Region 3* **Location** Blackpool, United Kingdom* **Posted on** 14 September, 2026